Shivaji University is named after the historical figure of Chhatrapati Shivaji the renowned warrior and founder of the Maratha Empire.

The University comprises of 10 chief faculties of Arts, Social Science, Science, Commerce, Education, Fine Arts, Law, Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Engineering and Technology. In order to facilitate study in the field of Material Science Shivaji University has signed the MOU with Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai. It has also collaborated with Indian Institute of Geo-Magnetism. The University has received financial aids from UGC, DST, DBT to enhance its excellence.